Network Director

Syniverse Technologies LLC; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/remote work

Competitive total compensation

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

Syniverse Technologies LLC is seeking a Network Director to lead the strategic direction and operations of our global network backbone and customer interfaces. You will guide architecture, engineering, and incident response across a team of managers, engineers, and architects to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performance networks.

The role requires a track record in network engineering with leadership experience, collaboration with executives, and a drive for engineering excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years in network engineering with leadership responsibilities.
• Experience managing managers and complex vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute network strategies aligned with business goals.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to plan for growth and capacity.
• Establish and enforce network standards, design principles, and change control.
• Lead operational discipline with runbooks, post-incident reviews, and AI/automation.
• Oversee design, deployment, and maintenance of the internal and customer networks.
• Ensure high availability, performance, and security of network services.
• Analyze usage and optimize network resources to reduce costs.
• Negotiate contracts and SLAs with vendors and OEM partners.
• Develop and manage the network budget and expenditures.
• Mentor a team of network managers, engineers, and architects.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Skills

Network engineering

People management

Budgeting & vendor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology or computer science

Job description

Syniverse is the world’s most connected company. Whether we’re developing the technology that enables intelligent cars to safely react to traffic changes or freeing travelers to explore by keeping their devices online wherever they go, we believe in leading the world forward. Which is why we work with some of the world’s most recognized brands. Eight of the top 10 banks. Four of the top 5 global technology companies. Over 900 communications providers. And how we’re able to provide our incredible talent with an innovative culture and great benefits.Who We're Looking ForThe Network Director is responsible for the strategic direction, architecture, engineering, and operational excellence of Syniverse's internal network backbone and customer-interfacing network — a critical enabler of the company's global telecom and messaging services. This leader ensures scalable, secure, and high-performing infrastructure that supports business growth while driving a culture of engineering excellence across a team of managers, architects, and engineers.-Some of What You'll DoDevelop and execute network strategies aligned with organizational goals.Collaborate with senior leadership to assess Syniverse network needs and plan for future growth. Establish, document, and enforce network engineering standards, design principles, and change management practices.Champion operational discipline through runbooks, post-incident reviews, and continuous improvement cycles.Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of the Syniverse network.Ensure high availability, performance, and security of network services.Analyze Network usage and implement optimization techniques to maximize resource efficiency.Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement measures to reduce expenses.Lead and mentor a team of Network Managers, engineers and architects, fostering a culture of innovation.Set performance objectives and conduct regular evaluations.Manage relationships with Network vendors and OEM and technology partners to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.Negotiate contracts and service level agreements aligned to our network servicesDevelop and manage the network budget, ensuring alignment with financial objectives.Monitor expenditures and implement cost-saving measures.Identify and mitigate risks associated with network infrastructure.Ensure compliance with industry network standards and regulations.Stay updated on emerging network technologies and trends.Evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies to enhance operations.RequirementsBachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field10+ years in network engineering, with at least 3–5 years in a people management or senior leadership role, including experience managing managers.Previous or current certification in any of the following disciplines preferred CCIE, CCNA, JNCIA, JNCIE, JNCIP or JNCIS#LI-Hybrid-Why You Should Join UsJoin us as we write a new chapter, guided by world-class leadership. Come be a part of an exciting and growing organization where we offer a competitive total compensation, flexible/remote work and with a leadership team committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and transparent organizational culture.At Syniverse connectedness is at the core of our business. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion among our employees is crucial to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people who want to help us connect the world.Know someone at Syniverse?Be sure to have them submit you as a referral prior to applying for this position.Pay TransparencyIn accordance with applicable pay transparency requirements, Syniverse will provide information regarding the salary range or compensation for this position during the recruitment process and prior to any compensation discussions.